The Anderson School PS 334 is a New York City school for children in grades kindergarten through 8 from the city's five boroughs. It was founded thirty-seven years ago as The Anderson Program under the stewardship of PS 9.
Serving 510 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Anderson School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 97% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 97% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 97% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 97% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anderson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Anderson School's student population of 510 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
510 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1987
Colors
White, Red
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Mascot
Dragons
School Rankings
Anderson School ranks within the top 1% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anderson School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2 out of 4346 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
33%
10%
Hispanic
9%
30%
Black
3%
16%
White
43%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dragons
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anderson School's ranking?
Anderson School is ranked #2 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
97% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 97% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Anderson School?
510 students attend Anderson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Anderson School students are White, 33% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anderson School?
Anderson School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Anderson School offer ?
Anderson School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Anderson School part of?
Anderson School is part of New York City Geographic District # 3 School District.
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